"There have been further applications to vary the initial plans for the site, and it’s important that local people are able to ask questions before deciding whether to make representations to the planning process, and whether that be in support of the changes or otherwise.

“I am delighted that CoGen have confirmed they will be sending one of their experts to answer questions and look forward to a productive meeting.”

He added of his survey results: “88.71 per cent of responses were against [the plans]; 9.48 per cent have concerns.”

A total of 443 households participated in the MSP’s survey on the subject.